Rules of the Air

Long waits at an airport can be boring to children, but there are many ways to keep them entertained. Many family, friendly games are available to play in small spaces. Card games, word searches, crossword puzzles, video games, board games, even a pen and paper, can turn a boring wait into family fun.

Video games are available in pocket-sized versions. Many popular family board games are available in mini-sized versions, which are perfect for traveling and won’t cost extra airline fees. An e-reader or cellphone can offer free games such as blackjack and word searches. If you forgot to pack one of your games, it is easy to find a game to occupy the youngsters, all you need is a pen and paper. Hangman is a popular and fun, family game to enjoy with a pen and paper. At last resort, you can rely on your imagination to entertain the kids with a game of I Spy, or make up your own game For example, count how many people have a certain colored shirt or shoes on, and the winner gets the window seat.

Remember, use your imagination and have a fun, filled family vacation while waiting at the airport.